Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. - Seat Belt Retractor May Fail to Secure Child Seat/FMVSS 208
USVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. - Seat Belt Retractor May Fail to Secure Child Seat/FMVSS 208
Recalling Firm: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Grund für den Rückruf / Gefahr
TranslatedAn improperly secured child seat can increase risk of injury during a crash.
Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation
TranslatedVolkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 E-Tron, SQ6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 Sportback E-Tron, A6, A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 E-Tron, S5, and S6 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child seat is installed using the seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Betroffene Produkte
TranslatedSeat Belt Retractor May Fail to Secure Child Seat/FMVSS 208
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Seat Belt Retractor May Fail to Secure Child Seat/FMVSS 208 |
| Nhtsa id | 25V899000 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V899000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Defect summary | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 E-Tron, SQ6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 Sportback E-Tron, A6, A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 E-Tron, S5, and S6 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child seat is installed using the seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies." |
| Completion rate | 62.41 |
| Corrective action | Dealers will inspect and replace the right and left rear seat belt assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69D8. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025. |
| Consequence summary | An improperly secured child seat can increase risk of injury during a crash. |
| Mfr campaign number | 69D8 |
| Potentially affected | 27768 |
| Report received date | 2025-12-19T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsLocate your 17-digit VIN on the driver-side dash or door pillar. Check whether your specific vehicle has an open safety campaign before scheduling service.
If a "Do Not Drive" warning is present, park the vehicle safely outdoors away from structures and contact the manufacturer for complimentary towing.
Contact any authorized franchised dealership. By federal law, all recall inspections, replacement components, and labor must be provided 100% free of charge.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (NHTSA).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. - Seat Belt Retractor May Fail to Secure Child Seat/FMVSS 208?
Check your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to verify if your specific car is affected. If the notice includes a 'Do Not Drive' warning, park the vehicle safely and contact an authorized dealership for towing and complimentary repair.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Under federal and international motor vehicle safety laws, franchised dealerships are legally required to perform all recall inspections, replacement parts, and labor 100% free of charge.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (NHTSA). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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- Rückrufendes UnternehmenVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- RisikostufeSEAT BELTS
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